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Patricia Lynn Fleming

Patricia Lynn Fleming

Apr 9, 2026

Patricia L. Fleming, 90, of Zanesville, Ohio died early Thursday morning, April 9, 2026 at The Helen Purcell Home in Zanesville.

Born April 13, 1935 in Detroit Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Lois Mildred (Standley) Poole and a graduate of East Liverpool High School. She attended Ohio Northern University and was a graduate of Ohio University.

Patricia...

Max "Bill" William Bennett

Max "Bill" William Bennett

Mar 29, 2026

Max “Bill” William Bennett, 69, of Frazeysburg, Ohio died Sunday night, March 29, 2026 at Genesis Morrison House in Zanesville, Ohio.

Born March 20, 1957, in Newark, Ohio, he was a son of the late Max Elton and Sadie Mary (Burge) Bennett and a 1967 graduate of Licking County Joint Vocational School. Bill retired from Ohio Steel Industries in 2020 and...

Laura Ann Nestleroad

Laura Ann Nestleroad

Mar 24, 2026

Laura Ann Nestleroad, 56, of Zanesville, died Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her home.

Born February 18, 1970, in Zanesville, she was a daughter of the late Jan and Mary Ann (Weinman) Nestleroad and a West Muskingum High School graduate. Laura earned her master’s degree from Ohio University and attended St. Mary's Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling and partying with her...

Max D. Prouty

Max D. Prouty

Mar 20, 2026

Max D. Prouty, 90, of Baltimore, OH, died Friday, March 20, 2026, at Altercare Zanesville.

Born September 1, 1935, in Chandlersville, Ohio, he was a son of the late Marion and Helen (Snack) Prouty Sr. Max drove semi-trucks for Kroger for over 37 years. He was an avid bird watcher, flower gardener, and enjoyed hunting. He was eccentric as he built...

Richard "Rick" Bay Sr.

Richard "Rick" Bay Sr.

Mar 20, 2026

Richard “Rick” A. Bay Sr., 75 of Adams Mills, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20,2026 at Genesis Hospital Zanesville.

Born May 27, 1950, in Zanesville he was the son of the late Richard N. and Marion L. (Roach) Bay.

Rick was a 1968 graduate of Tri-Valley High School. Rick spent his life working with his hands and taking pride in his...

Elizabeth "Betty" Stanton

Elizabeth "Betty" Stanton

Mar 8, 2026

Elizabeth “Betty” Sarah Stanton, 97, died Sunday evening, March 8, 2026, at Willow Haven Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Zanesville.

Born August 4, 1928, at Saint Mary Hospital in Watertown, Wisconsin. She was a member of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church where she was a member of the choir, played the French horn in the band, and was church secretary for eight...

Stacey L. Morrison

Stacey L. Morrison

Mar 8, 2026

Stacey L. Morrison, 49, of Dresden, died Sunday March 8, 2026, at the Ohio State East Hospital after a lengthy battle with Crohn’s disease.

She was born April 18, 1976, in Zanesville, she was the daughter of Mike Ziemer and Susan Kelly Gibson. Stacey was a graduate from John Glenn High School and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary American Legion...

William "Bill" H. Harper

William "Bill" H. Harper

Mar 7, 2026

William “Bill” H. Harper, 82, of Frazeysburg died unexpectedly Saturday night, March 7, 2026, at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

Born April 3, 1943, in Newark, Ohio, he was a son of the late Seymour S. and Ethel L. (Moran) Harper and was the youngest of their six children. Bill was a 1961 graduate of Frazeysburg High School and a long-time...

John "Bob" Robert Bowden

John "Bob" Robert Bowden

Feb 28, 2026

John “Bob” Robert Bowden, 81, of Adamsville, Ohio died Saturday evening, February 28, 2026 at Genesis Morrison House in Zanesville.

Born February 7, 1945, in Salem Township, he was a son of the late John F. and Doris (Young) Bowden and a 1963 graduate of Adamsville High School. After high school, Bob graduated from The Ohio State Barber School. He was...

Larry Allen Neece

Larry Allen Neece

Feb 27, 2026

Larry Allen Neece, 73, of Fallsburg, Ohio died unexpectedly Friday, February 27, 2026 at his home.

Born July 7, 1952 in Granville, Ohio, he was a son of the late Henry and Bertha (Harris) Neece and a Granville High School graduate. Larry worked for Granville Milling for many years. He enjoyed farming on the family farm, watching old black and white...

P. David Vansickle

P. David Vansickle

Feb 27, 2026

P. David Vansickle, 64, of West Lafayette, died Friday, February 27, 2026, at GentleBrook Lafayette Meadows, West Lafayette.

Born November 2, 1961, in Zanesville to Paul L. Vansickle and the late Kathleen “Kate” (Adams) Vansickle. David attended Starlight Schools in Zanesville and was a Jehovah’s Witness. He loved school, he enjoyed learning, counting, singing, flipping through magazines, and doing puzzles. David...

Susan D. Ryan

Susan D. Ryan

Feb 25, 2026

Susan “Sue” D. Ryan, 75, of Zanesville, died Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at home.

Born September 17, 1949, in Zanesville, she was a daughter of the late Frank White and Alice (Lucky) Morris. Sue was a weaver for 26 years at the Longaberger Company. Sue was an avid BINGO player and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and would light up...

Karl Raymond Hoffman

Karl Raymond Hoffman

Feb 22, 2026

Pastor Karl R. Hoffman, 68, of Frazeysburg, Ohio departed for his eternal home in Heaven late Sunday night, February 22, 2026, at his home. Karl was a true man of God who loved his family and church family at Mount Pleasant Church with every fiber of his being. His grandchildren were the apple of his eye. We know without a...

Betty M. Palmer

Betty M. Palmer

Feb 20, 2026

Betty M. (Heimberger) Palmer, 91, of Gratiot, died Friday evening, February 20, 2026, at Genesis Hospice – Morrison House in Zanesville.

Born May 17, 1934, in Kirkersville, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Ira and Mary (Ford) Heimberger and was a 1952 graduate of Hopewell High School. Betty worked as a consultant at The Longaberger Company and retired from...

Kay Border

Kay Border

Feb 18, 2026

Kay Border, 83, of Dresden, died peacefully Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026.

Born November 15, 1942, in New Lexington, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Charles Elekes and Helen (Johnson) Cronin. Kay was a 1960 graduate of Frazeysburg High School and a faithful member of Muskingum Church. In her younger years, Kay worked in retail, and at The Longaberger...

Barbara L. Wilcox

Barbara L. Wilcox

Feb 10, 2026

Barbara L. (Keyes) Wilcox, 92, of Dresden passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Altercare Zanesville.

Born October 6, 1933, in Dresden, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Carlos and Dorothy (Snyder) Keyes and a 1951 graduate of Jefferson High School. She was the receptionist for Dr. Matthews of Dresden after high school. She married John W. Wilcox, Jr...

James "Andy" Bice

James "Andy" Bice

Feb 2, 2026

James “Andy” Bice, 62, of Zanesville, died Monday, February 2, 2026, at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville.

Born February 17, 1963, in Zanesville, to the late Ronald and Carol (Melrose) Bice and a 1981 graduate of Tri-Valley High School. He was a Baptist by Faith and was a weaver at the Longaberger Basket Company.  Andy also had previously owned and operated a bait...

Mary Ann Wolford

Mary Ann Wolford

Jan 30, 2026

Mary Ann Wolford, 92, of Dresden, died Friday morning, January 30, 2026, at Altercare of Zanesville.

Born July 13, 1933, in Coshocton County, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Gilbert H. and Anna L. (Carnahan) Parkhill, Sr. She was a 1951 graduate of Coshocton High School and earned a two-year degree from Coshocton Business College. Mary Ann owned and...

Betty Imogene Cozzens

Betty Imogene Cozzens

Jan 22, 2026

Betty Imogene Cozzens, 95, of Newark, Ohio died Thursday evening, January 22, 2026 at Flint Ridge Care Center in Newark.

Born October 17, 1930 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Morgan C. and Leanna (Henthorn) Reed. Betty was employed with, and retired from, Flint Ridge Care Center. Betty attended the Church of Christ and she enjoyed...

Frances Irene King

Frances Irene King

Jan 22, 2026

Frances Irene King, 87, of Frazeysburg, died early Thursday morning, January 22, 2026 at Arlington Care Center in Newark, Ohio.

Born February 13, 1938 in Reinersville, Ohio, she was one of eight children of the late Forrest and Mary (Winestock) Groves. She was known for making excellent pies. People would come from miles around to enjoy her pies at the Frazeysburg...

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